Then eth he] As such a man would re-enter, so the devil finding no content in vexing other creatures, and such as have for a time rejected him, ready to entertain him again, taketh possession there the second time. seven other spirits] Many. As Revelation 1:4. more wicked then himself] To keep pssession the better, and do the more mischlef there. and the last state, &c.] Hebrews 6:4. and Hebrews 10:26. 2 Peter 2:20. to this wicked generation] Which seeks a sign, verse 38. The Jews having been in some sort freed from satans dominion by Christs abode among them, his doctrine and miracles, and being willing to berid of Christ, and to entertain saran again, shall be in a worse condition, then ever they were before.